1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 301 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Luce | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1247 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
